NVIDIA · 8 hours ago
Senior System Software Engineer, Vulkan Performance
US, CA, Santa Clara
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$152K/yr - $242K/yr
5+ years expNVIDIA is a leading technology company focused on computer graphics and high-performance processor design. They are seeking a Senior System Software Engineer to enhance Vulkan performance by diagnosing performance bottlenecks, implementing driver improvements, and collaborating with engineers to develop industry-leading drivers.
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Responsibilities
Diagnosing GPU and CPU performance bottlenecks in Vulkan and Proton titles
Identifying changes to API usage to improve performance and communicating via appropriate channels with third-party developers
Implementing driver performance improvements and resolving driver defects
Collaborating with engineers on the team and across NVIDIA
Developing a driver that leads the industry in quality and performance
Qualification
Required
Hold a B.S. or higher degree in Computer Science/Engineering or similar field or equivalent experience
5+ years of experience (or equivalent) in graphics software, system programming, or related field
An understanding of graphics fundamentals, experience with operating systems and a solid understanding of computer architecture is required
Comfortable with Vulkan, OpenGL or DirectX
Strong programming skills in C and C++, familiarity with assembly code
Experience in developing highly optimized code
Preferred
Strong interest and background in 3D graphics
Working experience inside operating system kernels and device drivers
Ability to think creatively to debug and solve complex, hard to reproduce problems
A strong standout colleague; self-motivated with strong interpersonal skills
Ability and flexibility to work and communicate effectively in a multinational, multi-time zone corporate environment
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NVIDIA
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